🌻𝓔𝓵𝓮𝓷𝓪🐫 :
It is concerning to see recognition and awards being given for reasons that have little to do with genuine service, integrity, or meaningful contributions to society. We have so many Somalis who have dedicated their lives to uplifting their communities, helping others, and making a real difference, yet their efforts often go unnoticed and unappreciated.
At the same time, it makes me wonder: where are we heading as a community if recognition is becoming a matter of clan affiliation, personal connections, or simply who can afford to pay for an award?
An award should represent merit, service, character, and impact not tribal loyalty, financial influence, or favoritism. We need to understand that recognition comes with responsibility, and those who give and receive awards should both uphold the values they claim to celebrate.
Sometimes, integrity means having the courage to step aside when something no longer reflects your values. We must learn to celebrate people for what they have genuinely contributed, not for who they are affiliated with.
As Somalis, we need to ask ourselves what kind of values we are passing on to the next generation. We should be building a culture that honours honesty, accountability, service, and genuine leadership.
SubhanAllah, have we forgotten the meaning of integrity? Not everyone deserves an award, and not every award deserves respect.
2026-11-08 15:28:41